Celebrate agave with Vancouver International Tequila Expo

Did you know there are numerous species of the agave plant, some of which are used in the creation of delicious tequilas and mezcals? Vancouverites will have a chance to sample some of the finest examples of both Mexican liquors at the upcoming Vancouver International Tequila Expo (VITE) Grand Tasting on May 30. This is the fourth …

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Best of BC Distilled 2015

On April 24, downtown Vancouver's CBC Studio One was temporarily turned into a mecca for spirits lovers during the second annual BC Distilled festival. There were 22 artisan small-batch distillers from across the province exhibiting, including 11 making an appearance for the first time, pouring samples of their latest products and classic offerings. Over 600 guests sought …

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First Art! Vancouver fair coming in May

  Art lovers prepare yourselves: a new event is coming to the Lower Mainland this May that will showcase works from both local and international artists in a variety of genres. Called Art! Vancouver, it is a four-day art fair set at the Vancouver Convention Centre designed to connect the fine arts community whether the exhibitors specialize …

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Top innovative products from Grocery & Specialty Food West 2015

If you aren't somehow connected to the grocery industry outside of being a consumer, you may have never heard of the annual Grocery & Specialty Food West (GSFW) event that happens each year in the spring. Organized by the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG), GSFW — the only grocery-focused tradeshow in Canada — filled …

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